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. 1987 May;27(5):564-6.
doi: 10.1097/00005373-198705000-00018.

Rupture of the cervical esophagus and trachea associated with cervical spine fracture

A Reddin, S E Mirvis, J N Diaconis

Rupture of the cervical esophagus and trachea associated with cervical spine fracture

A Reddin et al. J Trauma. 1987 May.

Abstract

Rupture of the cervical esophagus and trachea secondary to cervical spine fracture-dislocation occurs rarely. Herein we describe a case and propose a mechanism to account for these associated injuries. Awareness of this complication of cervical spine fracture is crucial for prompt recognition and management.

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